Made for NYC. Here for the Long Run.

Citizens is a proud Foundation Partner of the TCS New York City Marathon and Official Bank of New York Road Runners

Celebrating Extraordinary Impact in Every Borough 

The 2026 Citizens Miles That Matter Award honors five inspiring New Yorkers whose commitment to their communities reflects the spirit of the city. Representing each of the five boroughs, these honorees will direct a $20,000 grant from the Citizens Charitable Foundation to an Official NYRR Charity Partner of their choice — and take part in the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon as members of Team Citizens.   Meet the winners and discover how they're making a difference across NYC.

  • Hailey C., Staten Island: Tunnel to Towers 
  • Miraj M., Brooklyn: Beginning with Children 
  • Dan P., Queens: The Floating Hospital
  • Alliyah L., The Bronx: Girls Inc. of NYC
  • Ann D., Manhattan: City Harvest
Citizens - Official bank of the New York City Road Runners (NYRR)

Partnering with the world's premier running community

Through our collaboration with New York Road Runners, a leading nonprofit dedicated to inspiring people and communities through running, Citizens helps champion athletes from greater NYC and around the globe. We're pleased to support NYRR events throughout the year, including the annual Citizens Queens 10K in June and as a Foundation Partner of NYRR’s flagship event — the iconic TCS New York City Marathon.

Supporters cheering on runners in the NYC Marathon

Showing up for NYC on race day and beyond

The first Sunday in November is unlike any other day in New York City. It's Marathon Day, a cultural moment shared by every resident, neighborhood, business and participant. And as NYRR marks the 50th anniversary of the TCS NYC Marathon's five-borough course, Citizens is proud to serve each borough — while celebrating the incredible race and unique stories that bring them together.

Meet the 2026 Citizens Miles That Matter Honorees

Ann Duong Citizens Miles That Matter Award Recipient

Ann D. runs for hunger relief

Learn how Ann's passion for giving back led her to support City Harvest and earn recognition as Manhattan's 2026 Citizens Miles That Matter honoree.

Miraj Mehta Citizens Miles That Matter Award Recipient 

Miraj M. runs for Brooklyn's youth

Learn how Miraj's commitment to young people and support of Beginning with Children earned him recognition as Brooklyn's 2026 Citizens Miles That Matter honoree.

Dan Paparelli Citizens Miles That Matter Award Recipient

Dan P. runs for kids' care

Learn how Dan's dedication to children and families led him to support The Floating Hospital and become Queens' 2026 Citizens Miles That Matter honoree.

Alliyah Logan Citizens Miles That Matter Award Recipient

Alliyah L. empowers Bronx girls

Learn how Alliyah's passion for empowering girls led her to support Girls Inc. of NYC and become the Bronx's 2026 Citizens Miles That Matter honoree.

Hailey Caruso Citizens Miles That Matter Award Recipient

Hailey C. honors first responders

Learn how Hailey's connection to the 9/11 community inspired her support of Tunnel to Towers and earned her recognition as a 2026 Citizens Miles That Matter honoree.

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